Sigma DP2x vs Sony A7R IV

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A7R IV, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2x was announced 9 years before the A7R IV and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the DP2x matches up vs the A7R IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x features outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the DP2x vs the A7R IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and A7R IV is 86 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and A7R IV.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2x using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will provide greater detail with its extra 56 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older DP2x will be behind in sensor technology.